Will 996 wheels fit 993? Same offset?

I am in the market for a new set of wheels for my 993 (narrow body). I have been searching for used/takeoffs that fit my budget, and I see a lot of 996 wheels that say they will fit 993. Are the oem 996 wheels the same as 993's (including offset)? How about boxster wheels? are these the same as well?

Originally posted by Larry T.:
<STRONG>I am in the market for a new set of wheels for my 993 (narrow body). I have been searching for used/takeoffs that fit my budget, and I see a lot of 996 wheels that say they will fit 993. Are the oem 996 wheels the same as 993's (including offset)? How about boxster wheels? are these the same as well? Thanks!</STRONG>

It depends on the diameter. The 996 17" wheels are identical in size and offset but the 18" are slightly different (in front) but will fit as well. Forget about Boxster wheels.

For the actual sizes and offsets, I'd follow Robin's advice and look into his site.

The one I personally prefer are the 996/GT2 wheel style as hollow spokes.

I have been told by the Wheel Enhancement guys that the 996 Turbo offsets are not compatible with narrow 993's. I suspect, though, that as with the air cooled cars, Porsche will issue these style wheels in other sizes as later models ("turbo look") come out.

Originally posted by NRK:
<STRONG>The one I personally prefer are the 996/GT2 wheel style as hollow spokes.

I have been told by the Wheel Enhancement guys that the 996 Turbo offsets are not compatible with narrow 993's. I suspect, though, that as with the air cooled cars, Porsche will issue these style wheels in other sizes as later models ("turbo look") come out.

Does anyone know any differently?</STRONG>

That is correct, neither the 996 Turbo's nor the 996 GT2's wheels will fit a regular 996 or any 993 for that matter.